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Bonjour Tristesse

Bonjour Tristesse Nathanael

Bonjour Tristesse, a German black metal band founded by Nathanael, is known for blending melancholy, introspection, and social criticism. The band’s name reflects their focus on existential despair. Their depressive and atmospheric black metal creates an intense, emotional soundscape that captivates listeners with its depth and complexity.

The upcoming fourth album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality.

“The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to the bands powerful message.

The new album will be released on Vinyl, CD and tape via Supreme Chaos Records.

Official Music Videos

No Clean Singing: Lightbearer Lyric Video Premiere NEW

YouTube via Black Metal Promotion: Running on Emptiness

More links
supremechaos.com/link/bonjourtristesse/

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us · BLACK LP
Black vinyl with insert, first edition limited to 100 copies. · Second part of the two album cycle · Heavy matte cover print (350gsm) · Matte printed lyrics insert · Comes in PE overbag and polylined antistatic inner sleeve · Black 140g vinyl, pressed in Germany · Limited to 100 copies More about 'The World Without Us' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing A1. Running on Emptiness A2. The World Without Us B1. Lightbearer B2. Against the Grain B3. The Great Catastrophe Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us · BLACK TAPE
Black tape with 4 panel j-card, limited to 50 copies, 5 in box set, 45 sold separately. · Tape with black shell and white print · Insert with 4 panels · Necrolobox More about 'The World Without Us' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing A1. Running on Emptiness A2. Lightbearer A3. The World Without Us B1. Against the Grain B2. The Great Catastrophe More Bonjour Tristesse products ... Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us · DIGIPAK CD
Digipak edition CD with 8 page booklet, limited to 250 copies. More about 'The World Without Us' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing Running on Emptiness Lightbearer The World Without Us Against the Grain The Great Catastrophe Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us · ECO RECYCLE LP
Eco recycle vinyl with insert, color may vary, limited to 100 copies. · Second part of the two album cycle · Heavy matte cover print (350gsm) · Matte printed lyrics insert · Comes in PE overbag and polylined antistatic inner sleeve · Eco recycle 140g vinyl, pressed in Germany · Limited to 100 copies More about 'The World Without Us' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing A1. Running on Emptiness A2. The World Without Us B1. Lightbearer B2. Against the Grain B3. The Great Catastrophe Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us · JEWELCASE CD
Jewelcase CD with 8 page booklet. More about 'The World Without Us' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing Running on Emptiness Lightbearer The World Without Us Against the Grain The Great Catastrophe Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us · WHITE LP
White vinyl with insert, limited to 200 copies. · Second part of the two album cycle · Heavy matte cover print (350gsm) · Matte printed lyrics insert · Comes in PE overbag and polylined antistatic inner sleeve · White 140g vinyl, pressed in Germany · Limited to 200 copies More about 'The World Without Us' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing A1. Running on Emptiness A2. The World Without Us B1. Lightbearer B2. Against the Grain B3. The Great Catastrophe Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us · WHITE TAPE
Black tape with 4 panel j-card, limited to 50 copies, 20 in wooden box, 30 sold separately. · Tape with white shell and black print · Insert with 4 panels · Necrolobox More about 'The World Without Us' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing A1. Running on Emptiness A2. Lightbearer A3. The World Without Us B1. Against the Grain B2. The Great Catastrophe Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us / Against Leviathan · WOODEN WHITE TAPE BOX SET
Wooden tape box set, limited to 25 copies, 20 white, 5 black tapes. Contains: · “The World Without Us” white tape with 4 panel j-card, limited to 50 copies, 20 copies in the box. · “Against Leviathan” white tape with 4 panel j-card, limited to 50 copies, 20 copies in the box. · New logo patch · Numbered certificate of autheniticity More about 'The World Without Us / Against Leviathan' The fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Track listing “The World Without Us” A1. Running on Emptiness A2. Lightbearer A3. The World Without Us B1. Against the Grain B2. The Great Catastrophe “Against Leviathan” A1. Turmoil A2. Nightbringer B2. Against Leviathan B1. Ode to Emptiness Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us Cover [T-SHIRT]
“The World Without Us” exclusive shirt, organic fair trade Stanley/Stella Rocker, 100% cotton. Available options Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Lightbearer [T-SHIRT]
Fair trade shirt Stanley/Stella Rocker, 100% cotton. The “Lightbearer” shirt features an exclusive artwork with the reworked logo and represents one song of the album “The World Without Us”. Available options Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Background information The upcoming fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - The World Without Us [ZIPPER]
Front symbolic pocket print. Back “The World Without Us” art print. Sleeve prints with logo and typographic band name. Hooded Zipper, 80% cotton, 20% polyester. Fair textiles, organic cotton, recycled polyester, metal zip. B&C Inspire Zipped Hood Jacket. Available options Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Background information The upcoming fourth Bonjour Tristesse album “The World Without Us” concludes a two-album spanning concept that began with the bands third release. The two records feature a radical critique of our industrialized modern age, highlighting the conflict between civilized humanity and nature. As the sole songwriter, Nathanael brings this cycle to a powerful end, offering a mix of raw violence, interspersed melodies, and manic vocals. The album critiques the destructive impact of industrialized civilization, painting a bleak picture of our dystopian reality. “The World Without Us” combines raw aggression with melodic elements, often swinging towards frenzy while maintaining an oppressive feeling with plaintive and powerful vocals. The references to anti-civilization thinkers and existentialist writers add a slightly poetic note to the album and bring more depth to powerful message behind Bonjour Tristesse. Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Par Un Sourire · CLEAR TAPE
Clear tape with printed label and 8 page j-card, limited to 125 copies. About the album Germany has been an incubator for independent, forward-thinking black metal lately. BONJOUR TRISTESSE spawning from Thränenkind mastermind Nathanael (also Heretoir, ex-Agrypnie, Wind in his Hair). "Par Un Sourire" creates a dark, haunting atmosphere with meaningful lyrics about oppressing everyday life all-together delivering emotions of sadness, depression, alienation and inner emptiness. Track listing A1. Tu Es Inscrite Dans Les Lignes Du Plafond A2. Wieder Allein A3. Par Un Sourire B4. Liberté B5. Lifeforce B6. Tu Es Inscrite Dans Les Yeux Que J'Aime Placer on the market according to GPSR: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbueren, Germany, Contact: fourflames.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare · CLEAR TAPE
Clear tape with printed label and 8 page j-card, limited to 125 copies. More about 'Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare' A wishful soundtrack for our modern and hopeless world. Extreme and melancholic. The sheer desperation and dark aesthetics of "Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare" are omnipresent and lastingly impressive. The sounds of 'The End Of The World' at the finale of the album are consistent in every respect and can't be any different. The sociocritical lyrics fit the agitated, complex and sobering music of BONJOUR TRISTESSE. Blackened moods and sudden aggression condition each other and combine on "Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare" to a dark, threatening confrontation. Track listing A1. Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare A2. Like The Scythe In The Ripened Field A3. Alienation A4. Another Bullshit Night In Suck City A5. One Of The Ghostfolk B6. The Act Of Laughing In A World Beautiful Once Now Dying B7. Blacktop Prison B8. Wavebreaker B9. The End Of The World More Bonjour Tristesse products ... Placer on the market according to GPSR: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbueren, Germany, Contact: fourflames.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Against Leviathan · ECO RECYCLED VINYL LP
Recycled eco vinyl with insert, download code, limited to 200 handnumbered copies. · 180g heavy vinyl for maximum quality and durability · heavy 350gsm cover · matte printed lyrics insert · download code · "I Love Vinyl" sticker · antistatic polylined black inner sleeve More about 'Against Leviathan' The third BONJOUR TRISTESSE album paints an extremely bleak picture of the dystopian reality of our time from an unusual perspective. It can be seen as an angry and passionate critique of the industrialized world we are living in. At the centre is the conflict between modern humanity and nature. The album is also the first part of a two-part cycle, which has a conceptual thread running through it. Raw violence goes hand in hand with a feeling for melodies, whereby the pendulum of BONJOUR TRISTESSE often swings towards frenzy and at the same time transports an oppressive feeling with plaintive-manic vocals. Track listing A1. Turmoil A2. Nightbringer B2. Against Leviathan B1. Ode to Emptiness Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Against Leviathan · JEWELCASE CD
Jewelcase CD with 8 page booklet. More about 'Against Leviathan' The third BONJOUR TRISTESSE album paints an extremely bleak picture of the dystopian reality of our time from an unusual perspective. It can be seen as an angry and passionate critique of the industrialized world we are living in. At the centre is the conflict between modern humanity and nature. The album is also the first part of a two-part cycle, which has a conceptual thread running through it. Raw violence goes hand in hand with a feeling for melodies, whereby the pendulum of BONJOUR TRISTESSE often swings towards frenzy and at the same time transports an oppressive feeling with plaintive-manic vocals. Track listing Turmoil Nightbringer Against Leviathan Ode to Emptiness Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Against Leviathan · LIMITED DIGIPAK CD
Digipak CD with 8 page booklet, limited to 250 handnumbered copies. More about 'Against Leviathan' The third BONJOUR TRISTESSE album paints an extremely bleak picture of the dystopian reality of our time from an unusual perspective. It can be seen as an angry and passionate critique of the industrialized world we are living in. At the centre is the conflict between modern humanity and nature. The album is also the first part of a two-part cycle, which has a conceptual thread running through it. Raw violence goes hand in hand with a feeling for melodies, whereby the pendulum of BONJOUR TRISTESSE often swings towards frenzy and at the same time transports an oppressive feeling with plaintive-manic vocals. Track listing Turmoil Nightbringer Against Leviathan Ode to Emptiness Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Against Leviathan [T-SHIRT]
100% cotton. Continental N03 fair trade shirts. Available options Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Midwinter Poisoning [T-SHIRT]
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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - No dawn for men [T-SHIRT]
Bronze colored logo. 100% cotton. Continental N03 fair trade shirts. Available options Size: M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare · BLACK LP
Black vinyl in heavy cover with insert and download code, limited to 200 copies. This high quality vinyl edition brought to you by Supreme Chaos Records features: 180g heavy vinyl for maximum quality and durability heavy 425gsm cover lyrics insert A2 two sided poster download code "I Love Vinyl" sticker antistatic polylined black inner sleeve handnumbered limited editions More about 'Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare' A wishful soundtrack for our modern and hopeless world. Extreme and melancholic. The sheer desperation and dark aesthetics of "Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare" are omnipresent and lastingly impressive. The sounds of 'The End Of The World' at the finale of the album are consistent in every respect and can't be any different. The sociocritical lyrics fit the agitated, complex and sobering music of BONJOUR TRISTESSE. Blackened moods and sudden aggression condition each other and combine on "Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare" to a dark, threatening confrontation. Track listing Tracklist: A1 Your Ultimate Urban Nightmare A2 Like The Scythe In The Ripened Field A3 Alienation A4 Another bullshit night in suck city B1 One Of The Ghostfolk B2 The act of laughing in a world once beautiful now dying B3 Blacktop prison B4 Wavebreaker B5 The end of the world More Bonjour Tristesse products ... Manufacturer: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbüren, Germany, Contact: supremechaos.com

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE - Par Un Sourire · DIGI
Tu Es Inscrite Dans Les Lignes Du Plafond Wieder Allein Par Un Sourire Liberte Lifeforce Tu Es Inscrite Dans Les Yeux Que J'aime Feat. members of THRÄNENKIND, HERETOIR, ex-AGRYPNIE More Bonjour Tristesse products ... Placer on the market according to GPSR: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbueren, Germany, Contact: fourflames.com

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